HC Deb 16 May 1973 vol 856 c317W
53. Sir J. Langford-Holt

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment in view of the number of multiple accidents caused by vehicles traveling too close together at high speeds, whether he will seek powers to make this practice illegal.

Mr. Peyton

Those who ignore the advice on separation distances in the Highway Code may be prosecuted for careless or dangerous driving.